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Classification Key: Butterflies and Moths
Classification Keys are used to sort living things according to their characteristics. They are made up of questions with a “yes” or “no” answer.
Have a go at sorting these butterflies and moths that you might find in your garden.
Method:1. Cut out each butterfly and moth.
2. Choose one to classify and start with the first question at the top of the classification key.
3. Follow the branches for either “yes” or “no” and then ask yourself the next question.
4. When you have reached the last question, you will know what moth or butterfly you have chosen.Place the butterfly or moth under the name you think it has.
5. Check your answers with the answer sheet and then stick your butterflies and moths underthe correct name.
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Classification Key: Butterflies and Moths
Now that you have classified each moth and butterfly, what features do you think might distinguish butterflies and moths?
Can you create your own classification key? What animals might you classify? What features could you use to help distinguish between them? Note down your ideas below:
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Butterflies and Moths Classification Key Answer
red admiral butterfly brimstone butterfly swallowtail butterfly
poplar hawk moth scarlet tiger moth
elephant hawk moth Peacock butterfly
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